We love our Golden Oak Families!

Battle of the Books - Congratulations Tigers!!!

GO Spirit

GO Leaders are READERS!!!

Forces and Motion

G.O. Band Recital

The Gift of Stories Through Music...

COLOR RUN!!!

Hour of Code at GO

GO Musicians

Celebrating Dr. Seuss

GO and Kiwanis Team Up

GO PTO Camp Read-a-Lot

PTO BINGO Night @ GO

GO PTO Daddy Daughter Dance

GO PTO Winter Craft Night

G.O. PTO Fall Carnival!!!

Mission and Vision Statements

Our Mission: Golden Oak Elementary School is guided by the belief that all children can learn. Student success is based upon the collaborative efforts of all stakeholders of the school community including administration, teachers, support staff, and the community at large. Our mission encompasses the academic, physical, social, and emotional growth of all students. We will promote excellence through meaningful, standards-based instruction . A nurturing school environment is provided to support the development of a positive self image. It is our ultimate goal to create life-long learners prepared for careers in the 21st century.

Our Vision: Golden Oak Elementary will be a place where we focus on the success and continued improvement of all students. This will be a place where every stakeholder is guaranteed a voice in the decision making process and where we not only believe that all students can learn but we will act upon that belief. We will look at every challenge and seek the most from every opportunity with a view toward possibility, not merely compliance. Every student who attends Golden Oak will exhibit five characteristics at all times: Be responsible, respectful and safe • Communicate and collaborate effectively • Use cooperative and independent learning styles to accomplish goals and be prepared to interact in the 21st century • Be creative, critical thinkers and use problem solving techniques to resolve conflict and handle everyday situations • Set and meet high standards

Staff Quick Links

College Career Corner

To help Golden Oak students realize future college and career goals we focus our efforts and provide resources such as U-Planit to educate and encourage our students in their college endeavors. Each week at Golden Oak is College Career Wednesday.

Kiwanis Terrific Kids

Golden Oak

Golden Oak Elementary School lies in the western section of the City of Shafter and serves students in grades kindergarten through six. Originally named Richland Primary School, the students at the school participated in choosing the current name, Golden Oak Elementary School. The school operates on a traditional school calendar. Golden Oak Elementary School is committed to providing a strong instructional program for all students to ensure excellence in education.

We're Golden Oak and We are the BEST!!

Attendance Matters!!

Autism Awareness at Golden Oak!!!

Kindness Abounds!

T.R.R.F.C.C. Tigers

G.O. Citizens

Caring Tigers

Fair Tigers

Responsible Tigers

Respectful Tigers

Trustworthy Tigers

Six Pillars Of Character

Trustworthiness

Be honest * Don't deceive, cheat or steal * Be reliable - do what you say you'll do * Have the courage to do the right thing * Build a good reputation * Be loyal - stand by your family, friends and country

Respect

Treat others with respect; follow the Golden Rule * Be tolerant of differences * Use good manners, not bad language * Be considerate of the feelings of others * Don't threaten, hit or hurt anyone * Deal peacefully with anger, insults and disagreements

Responsibility

Do what you are supposed to do * Persevere: keep on trying! * Always do your best * Use self-control * Be self-disciplined * Think before you act - consider the consequences * Be accountable for your choices

Fairness

Play by the rules * Take turns and share * Be open-minded; listen to others * Don't take advantage of others * Don't blame others carelessly

Caring

Be kind * Be compassionate and show you care * Express gratitude * Forgive others * Help people in need

Citizenship

Do your share to make your school and community better * Cooperate * Stay informed; vote * Be a good neighbor * Obey laws and rules * Respect authority * Protect the environment